AurouSpeak Vol 02 Ed 03 Newsletter Aurous HealthCare CRO (PDF)

The Quarterly Newsletter from the Corporate of Aurous HealthCare - CRO…
Mar 2015

Vol. 02 Ed. 03

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From the Desk of MD…
My dear friends,
In the past few months, I have had the pleasure of building my business contacts
in spheres completely new to me. It fascinated me to learn about so many other
dimensions to life, research and business. The concept that stuck with me were my
interactions with friends working on “natural products”. Conversations and little
research later, I was astounded at the dearth of silent and very skillfully
camouflaged toxic chemicals in most things I used everyday without even a second
glance!

It got me thinking about “Clean Research”.
This financial year, we at Aurous HealthCare aim to focus on giving the general
public more “research-ed” products. Everyday products such as cleaners,
detergents, health supplements, cosmetics, creams and lotions!
Natural maybe the way to go, but the medical researcher in me is more curious
about ways to keep these chemicals within the safe zone.
If we could create, we can definitely re-create.

This year and henceforth, AHC aims at ensuring every possible
product to have a “RESEARCH-ED” stamp and our proud logo
right next to it!
Taxes may be taxing but there is never a dull moment in medical research!
Looking forward to researching more of your products this year!
With best regards,
Dr. VT.Sriraam MBBS MD (Pharmacology)
Managing Director | Medical Director

Aurous HealthCare CRO

Dr.VT.Sriraam
MBBS
MD
(Pharmacology)
is
the
founder –
director of Aurous HealthCare - CRO.
An alumni of Stanley Medical College, he was
honored as “The Best Doctor” by the Ministry of
Health, Maldives at the age of 23.
Gaining rich and varied experience at top CRO,
Dr. VT. Sriraam founded Aurous HealthCare in
2008. An astute medical entrepreneur, his sharp
business sense combined with his rich
knowledge and experience in the field of clinical
research has pushed Aurous HealthCare from
strength to strength.
Dr.Sriraam has been recognized with
NATIONAL AWARD - “Indian Leadership
Award for Healthcare Excellence”,
for his contributions in the field of
medical research
A man with strengths so varied and unique,
Dr.VT.Sriraam is the epitome of the
entrepreneurial combination of business brains
and clinicalclinical-research creatives.

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HEALTH CARE SECTOR
GoI BUDGET 2015

Inside…
Mosquitoes are safe. Are you?.................Page 4
Health Care gets Rs.33,150 Crore!

AURO Ayur..........................................Page 4

* Health insurance premium was raised by the GoI in this budget.
* Finance Minister Arun Jaitley promises to set up 5 AIIMS in

Be careful with Baby Powder..................Page 5

Tamil Nadu, J&K, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Assam.

* FM Jaitley has also promised 3 National Institute of
Pharmaceutical Education in Maharashtra, Rajasthan & Chattisgarh.

* GoI has announced Rs.150 Crore towards “Atal Innovation
Mission” aimed at promoting academics, entrepreneurs and
researchers.

Toxic chemical cleaners.............................Page 6
AURO Quiz..........................................Page 6
Beauty and the Beast...............................Page 7

* There has been an overall reduction in the total allocation
towards healthcare budget when compared to fiscal 2014-15.

* The increase in service tax from 12.36% to 14% also is likely
to have an impact on the heathcare sector particularly
research services.

Science & technology gets Rs. 7,288 crore boost!
* A major boost to the field of Science and Technology, the GoI has
allocated Rs.7,288 Crore in the Union Budget 2015-16 for
conducting research, giving a hike of Rs.1,793 Crore compared to
the budget of 2014-15.

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* The Ministry of Science and Technology has three sub-

in your INBOX !!!

departments - Dept of Science & Technology (DST), Dept of
Biotechnology (DBT) and Centre for Scientific and Industrial
Research (CSIR)

* The DST has received highest allocation of Rs. 3,401 Crore, while
the CSIR which controls one of the premier scientific research
centres and laboratories conducting research has been allocated Rs.
2281 Crore and DBT has been allocated Rs. 1,606 Crore.
Source: www.businesstoday.com

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REPELS MOSQUITOES... BUT ARE YOU SAFE???
Mosquito repellent are essential in a tropical region like India. No measures will keep those buzzing pests away
and as the last report, we do slather on a good measure of Mosquito Repellent to keep us protected from the annoying
insects and the potentially harmful diseases they transmit.
But just how safe are these repellents?

* 97.2% deodarised KEROSENE : This is in all the VAPORISER LIQUIDS that most homes in India use beyond 6:00pm
everyday. The carton mentions 97.2% of “other ingredients” and it is not until one read the very fine print in the package
insert that you are aware that what you breathing everyday to keep you “safe” from mosquitos is KEROSENE!

* DEET - diethyltoluamide : DEET is one of the most widely used chemicals as a mosquito repellent. While the use of
DEET in lower concentrations is considered safe, when used in concentrations greater than 50 percent, DEET can
produce skin irritation. Eye irritation is also common. These symptoms are most commonly associated with long-term,
excessive exposure or improper use. DEET concentration more than 10% is not deemed safe for more than one use/day
by Health Canada.

* Permethrin : Permethrin is known to cause CNS issue upon long term exposure. It is also one of leading causes for skin
irritation. Inhalation is also known to cause respiratory issues, inclusive of allergic rhinitis.
* PyrethroidPyrethroid-based mosquito repellents: These are typically used in liquid vaporizers and are studied and known to
cross the BBB Blood Brain Barrier. Long term neurotoxic effects have been studies in mice. These chemicals are the
leading cause of eye irritation, bronchial infections and rhinitis in people with prolonged exposure to liquid vaporizers
used as mosquito repellent protection.
Staying safe from Mosquitoes and Repellent : Odomos has been approved as safe for use by the GoI and can be used on
infants as well.
* Stay covered in long sleeved clothes in the evening rather than use repellent.
* Use natural repellent like eucalyptus oil, neem oil etc soaked on cotton balls that can be placed in one corner of the
room.
* Personal Protection Measures (PPM) recommended by GoI includes sanitation of stagnant water, using nets on
windows, beds, long sleeved clothes.
Sources: www.biospectrumasia.com

AURO Ayur…

Bilva (Stem/Bark)...
Scientific name: Aegle marmelos Corr
Sanskrit: Sriphala; Assamese: Bael; Bengali: Bela, Bilva:
English: Bengal Quince, Bael; Gujarati: Bill, Bilum; Hindi: Bela
Sriphal; Kannada: Bilva
Malayalam: Koovalam; Tamil: Vilvum; Telugu: Maredu
Ayurvedic Properties and Action:
Rasa: Madhura, Tikta, Kasaya
Guna: Laghu, Ruksa, Urksa,
Virya: Usna
Vipaka: Katu
Karma: Kaphahara, Pittakara, Dipaniya, Sangrahi, Visaghna.
Dose: 15-30ml
Medicinal Uses: The different parts of Bael are used for various therapeutic purposes such as treatment of Asthma, Anemia,
Fractures, healing of wounds, Swollen joints, High Blood Pressure, Jaundice, Diarrhoea and typhoid troubles during
pregnancy.
Ref : Ayurvedic Pharmacopeia of India - Part I - Volume 4 ; IJCPR February - April 2011 ; 2 (1)

AuroQuiz answers: 1A.

2D.

3B.

4A.

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HAZARDS OF BABY POWDER INHALATION...
Talc is hydrated magnesium silicate, a pearly white, naturally
occurring mineral found geologically in deposits around the world. It is
softest mineral on other and has many uses, most common of which is
talcum power. However experts and regulatory agencies across the world
advise against using talc powder for babies owing to inhalation toxicity.
Inhalation of talc in small doses during routine activities like after bath,
diaper changes etc may cause coughs, sneezes, and respiratory irritation in
the babies.
Talc is insoluble in water, causing drying of the mucous
membranes of the tracheobronchial tree when it is inhaled. This results in
impairment of the normal ciliary function that is required to clear
particulate matter from the airways. This may also lead to edema and
inflammation of the bronchial epithelium.
Across the globe doctors and experts advise against the use of talc
in baby powder. Cornstarch based baby powders are suggested as
alternatives but not heeded by over 98% of the parents across the globe.
Source: Fiona M. Garlich, MD, Inhalation of Baby Powder, Emergency Medicine, case studies in toxicology January 2011

AURO Byte…

Ensembl Genome Browser
www.ensembl.org
Ensembl is a joint project between European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI),
an outstation of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL), and the
Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute (WTSI). Both institutes are located on the Wellcome Trust Genome Campus in Hinxton, south of the city
of Cambridge, United Kingdom. This was launched in 1999 in response to the imminent completion of the Human Genome Project. After
10 years in existence Ensembl’s aim remains to provide a centralized resource for geneticists, molecular biologists and other researchers
studying the genomes of our own species and other vertebrates and model organisms. Ensembl is one of several well known genome
browsers for the retrieval of genomic information. The central concept is the ability to automatically generate graphical views of the
alignment of genes and other genomic data against a reference genes. Data includes all Chordata such as mammalian, aves, tunicates etc,
all non-vertebrates such as insects and worms and yeast database

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TOXIC CHEMICALS IN EVERYDAY CLEANING
PRODUCTS...

AURO Quiz…CDSCO...

1. CDSCO establishes safety, efficacy and quality
standards for?
a. Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices b. Food
c. Beverages
d. Medical Procedures.
2. How many zonal offices does CDSCO have?
a. Three

b. Four

c. Five

d. Six

3. CDSCO promotes Good Manufacturing Practices in
harmony with which international regulatory
a. USFDA
c. EU

b. WHO
d. EMEA

4. The current DCG(I) is
a. GN Singh b. Manmohan Singh c. Surinder Singh

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Answers on Page 4
We assume they are safe because they clean our homes and clothes everyday. But we don't realize what can kill germs
can also have adverse effects on us. We use potent chemicals in everyday cleaning without being aware of the hazardous
chemicals that we are exposed to.

* 2-BE / 22-BUTOYETHANOL : Found in glass cleaners and multipurpose cleaners. This is a skin and eye irritant
associated with blood disorders. It gives the characteristic “fresh sweet” smell that is attributed to ether in it and long
term inhalation also cause throat infections. So if you are constantly clearing your throat, this could be one of reasons.

* AMMONIA: Toilet and Bathroom cleaners. Ammonia evaporates without leaving any streaks. So it is favored in high
strength cleaners. But ammonia vapors are potent eye and skin irritants. Ammonia vapor exposure damages liver and
kidney.

* PHTHALATES : If the product smells nice, it probably has phthalates in it. Typically used in air and room
freshners and toilet blocks. These are endocrine disruptors. Exposure to phthalates is predominantly through
inhalation but heavily scented soaps contribute towards it too.

* QUARTERNARY AMMONIA SALTS “QUATS” : Found in fabric softners, household cleaners labeled as
“antibacterial”. Unfortunately what is bad for the bacteria is worse for us. They are the world’s leading cause for contact
dermatitis and also cause respiratory infections.
SAFE ALTERNATIVES : Go green and clean! Use natural cleaners such as diluted vinegar, baking soda for cleaning
surfaces. Use regulatory approved anti-bacterial products diluted in water to clean surfaces and floors at home. Ensure
you wear gloves and masks while using strong cleaners for bathrooms to prevent exposure.
Vinegar also works excellently well as a fabric softner and also reduces static in the washing machine, saving you from
lint! Use natural air and room freshners made from natural oils or go green and creative with potpourri!
Source: David Suzuki Foundation.

Universal Ethics Committee: The Ethics Committee Division of Aurous HealthCare - CRO…
Universal Ethics Committee (UEC), is a unit of Aurous HealthCare (CRO) that is registered with
CDSCO-DCGI holding registration number ECR/125/Indt/TN/2013 & OHRP (Office of Human Rights
Protection, Unites States) - IRB00008683. UEC has been serving the Clinical Research fraternity since 2012 by
providing guidance for conduct and ethical clearance for clinical trial projects. Equipped with a GCP and
Schedule Y compliant Expert member team, UEC contributes to the conduct of justified human (clinical) trials. We
also review and approve PMS studies...
Contact : universalethicscommittee@gmail.com or via +91+91-9840909155

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WHAT MAKES YOU BEAUTIFUL MAY ALSO HARM YOU...

Aurous HealthCare - Pioneer in Clinical Studies on Herbaceuticals & Cosmeceuticals:
① Cost Effective Research!
② Customised Clinical Trial Design!
③ World Health Organisation
& ICMR Listing for YOUR company!
④ Specialised Medical Writing!
⑤ Internationally Accepted Reports!
⑥ End to End Study & Regulatory Aid!
Contact : mgr.bd@auroushealthcare.com or +91-9840909155
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